Traveling with Essential Oils on the Road

Did you know, that every moment of your life, you breathe in toxins. Adding to that, the products you use, cosmetics, OTC’s, cleaning agents in our homes (and RV’s), processed food products, etc. are laden with chemicals and toxins…what you call ‘free radicals’.

Free radicals are atoms or groups of atoms with an unpaired number of electrons and can be formed when oxygen interacts with certain molecules. Once formed, these highly reactive radicals can start a chain reaction to prevent free radical damage the body has a defense system of antioxidants. Free radicals cause a whole slew of diseases, symptoms and ailments in the human body (and animals), robbing us of our energy and interrupt our metabolisms.

Free radicals are found in fried foods, alcohol, tobacco smoke, pesticides, air pollutants, water contaminants, campfires, wildfires, cosmetics, health and beauty aids, sunscreens and even the sun! Free radicals can cause damage to parts of cells such as proteins, DNA and cell membranes by stealing their electronics through a process called oxidation.

WHEW!!! Did you get all that? Without going all scientific on you, here it is in layman’s terms…

Unnatural elements all around us cause your health to age quickly, affect your metabolism and attack your body’s integral systems. Your body can’t fight the bad stuff and cancer cells invade and multiply. The best way to combat them is to rid them all together however, we know, this could be difficult in the world we live in today. This is why we seek more healthy diets, exercise, plant-based products in the home, and using pure Essential Oils. This is the reason for all the hoopla we hear about regarding ‘antioxidants’.

Okay, enough of the science lesson. What does this have to do with Essential Oils? First things first…

What are ESSENTIAL OILS?

es·sen·tial oil

əˈsen(t)SHəl oil/ noun

plural noun: essential oils

a natural oil typically obtained by distillation and having the characteristic fragrance of the plant or other source from which it is extracted.

Essential Oils have enhanced and improved lives for thousands of years, even before biblical days, offering a variety of healthy dietary benefits and cosmetic improvements to spiritual and religious uses. They are nature’s pure essence; extracted through scrupulous steam distillation, resin tapping and cold pressing.

The purest essential oils are more powerful than the botanicals from which they originate because they’re concentrated. Essential Oils combat free radicals, as described above, because they are natural antioxidants and prevent cell mutations. Essential oils come from plants; barks, roots, leaves, stems and flowers. ‘True and pure’ essential oils have no additives, reason why we chose Young Living Essential Oils.

We’ve learned how to incorporate them into our health, our home, and later, our RV. We have researched protocols that helps us sleep better and more restful, first aid, repellents, cleaning and wellness through aromatherapy, topical use, inhalation, and some internal. Importantly, we maintain communication with our physicians of how we use them for our health.

We sought advice from her Veterinarian; soon after exam, she was diagnosed with Feline Hyperesthesia; a neurological seizure disorder also known as ‘twitch-skin syndrome’ and ‘psychomotor epilepsy’ that affects a rare percentage of domestic cats and the cause is unknown. They are brought on by stress, barometric pressure and weather changes, loud noises, confusion and yes, ‘free radicals’.

Some Veterinarians are not familiar with this disease and if they are, they only know to prescribe pharmaceuticals which certainly wasn’t the option we were hoping for. Because Kandi’s sweet and loving disposition, we chose to seek out alternatives that were not chemically invasive that wouldn’t alter her personality or perhaps, make matters worse.

It was then, a dear friend told me about a Young Living Essential Oil blend called Peace and Calming and sent me a sample. A few days later, we received the sample, we were eager to see if this would work. When we noticed she was having a hard time, I sat on the floor and simply rubbed it in my hands letting her come to me. She at first, cautiously approached and sniffed. Almost immediately, Kandi’s seizure-like episode subsided and she laid on the floor next to me calmly. That right there was testimony enough for me to learn more…

…so I became a Distributor myself so I could get the wholesale discount as I knew this was going to be life-long for her (and us). I bought the Premium Starter Kit which in the bundle, included a diffuser, Everyday Oils Collection, samples and important information.

Fast forward three years ago beginning our RVing lifestyle, I instantly stocked up on Kandi’s Peace and Calming blend (and also their Pet collection T-Away Blend) as well as several others. Today, we regularly diffuse her Peace and Calming on travel days to calm her from stress. Funny, not only does it help her but it also helps Krissie too! OH, did I mention that we also apply it topically on the soles of our own feet to encourage restful sleep?Now, anytime we notice Kandi is about to have her episodes, she automatically looks to us for her ‘oils’ (she knows that they help her). We fill her diffuser with distilled water, add 5-6 drops of her Peace and Calming blend and VOILA! The magic happens literally within a minute after pressing the button on the diffuser. She intensely watches the mist rise from her diffuser as she sniffs and takes deep breaths.

As you can see in the photo, Kandi is watching her diffuser and has become relaxed (we call it her ‘zen period’) no longer showing signs of anxiety or seizure activity. Not too long after, she’s in peaceful slumber. Who knew?

We also stock up other Young Living Essential Oils, oil blends and their ‘chem-free’ cleaning products. Since living in a smaller space, we wanted to do our best to rid our household of chemical products such as air fresheners, dish soaps, hand soaps, cleaning products, etc. Now we use the Thieves line which all have antibacterial and antimicrobial properties.

We use an array of Young Living Essential Oil Products in our RV which stemmed from our initial uses in our former S&B. Since, we’ve noticed Kandi’s special needs issues have decreased dramatically as also, we seem to exhibit less ailments (inflammation, respiratory issues, pain, etc.).

WHY YOUNG LIVING?

Our Seed to Seal® program is our quality standard. The three pillars of this meticulous approach—Sourcing, Science, and Standards—allow us to deliver pure, authentic essential oils and essential oil-infused products that you and your family can use with full peace of mind.

We’re committed to doing this by establishing and maintaining the ultimate industry-leading standard in essential oil products. For us, the benchmarks for delivering a product that our members can feel great about are multifaceted, robust, and non-negotiable. We’re proud to offer an extensive line of authentic, essential oil-infused solutions that represent the best of nature through the standards of our groundbreaking Seed to Seal program.

This unique approach sets us apart. We guide every step of production to ensure that you get pure essential oils and products you won’t find anywhere else. Learn more about the journey our products take and our unparalleled process at SeedToSeal.com.

So, what do Essential Oils have to do with RVing or traveling, you ask? Simple really…it’s no different than using them in our S&B. They are naturally healthier than OTC’s, chemically-laden pharmaceuticals and are totally earth friendly. We use our oils for diffusing aromatically, topical use, reflexology and some, internally. Each Essential Oil and Blend has it’s own guideline and protocol for use. Just a few of our favorite oils we have incorporated into our everyday lives are Frankincense, Lemongrass, Lavender, Peppermint, Lemon, and Lime. Our favorite blends are Peace and Calming (for anxiety and sleep), Panaway (for topical pain), RC (for respiratory and colds), Thieves (antibacterial and cleansing), Purification (cleansing) and Christmas Spirit (spiritual). We diffuse and topically apply Stress Away on travel days while we are driving!

We also use Young Living’s Nutritional Support and Supplements (all containing Young Living Essential Oils!).

So as you see, we’ve taken a healthier approach to our lifestyle that follows us everywhere we go, whether in our RV, on our hikes or adventure motorcycles. We take them on airplanes also. We don’t reach for OTC’s from the big box stores that are laden with chemicals and ‘junk’. We make our own first aid sprays and bug repellents.

We also create our own array of roll-ons for different ailments. We make our own astringents, hand soaps, etc. using our essential oils. We’ve gone back to basics and ‘essentially speaking’, has been less expensive and less invasive to our bodies and well-being.

If you would like to learn more about using Young Living Essential Oils for healthier lifestyles, you can email us at HighwayToHealth@yahoo.com. If you’re interested in purchasing retail or becoming a Distributor, signing up is as simple as visiting www.youngliving.com and signing up as a ‘Retail Customer’ or ‘Distributor’.

Signing up as a Distributor will get you a wholesale discount of 24% off all Young Living Products! All you’ll need is our Distributor #1495003 to sign up as your ‘Enroller’ and/or ”Sponsor’. If you don’t wish to become a Distributor, you are most welcome to still enjoy Young Living Essential Oils but at retail pricing. You’ll still need our Distributor # to order.

Once you start using Young Living Essential Oils, you’ll be on your way to healthier, happier and cleaner living.

Stay tuned for Part II of ‘Highway to Health; Traveling and RVing with Essential Oils’.

DISCLAIMER: The above is OUR TESTIMONY. What may work of us and our situation may not work for you, your family or your pets’ situations. We encourage thorough research and always seek your Physician and/or Veterinarian prior to use.

Worth noting, if and when using ‘any’ essential oils near or on pets, never force them or put them on their face area. Always allow them to come to you. As well, when diffusing, make certain they have an exit option into another room if they show discord. Always wash your hands after dispensing or using any essential oils.